1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1792 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
