2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 439 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
