2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 797 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
