1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2340 mm |
