1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 231 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Sera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
