1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1490 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
