1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
