1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 16 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 240 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
