2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 771 kg more than 1979 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
