1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
