1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 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 Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Corvette 1970 Toyota Sprinter
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Sprinter
Year Released 1991 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 380 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 512 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2340 mm


 

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