2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |