1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1635 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.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1984 Chevrolet Sprint has manual transmission. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Chevrolet Sprint 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Sprint Land Cruiser
Year Released 1984 2001
Engine Size 991 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2860 mm


 

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