2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
