1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
