2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1980 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 SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
