1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 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 Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
