1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 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 S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
