2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 814 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
