1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1978 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
