2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1972 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
