1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |