1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
