1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 890 kg more than 1982 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
