1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1387 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
