1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Sprint | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |