2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 980 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
