1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1055 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |