2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 23 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1260 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
