1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
