1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 710 kg more than 1977 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 Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |