1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic is newer by 16 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Sprint | Picnic |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |