1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
