1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 719 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
