1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 990 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3195 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
