1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 605 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion 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 Allion (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Sprint has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Allion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
