2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1970 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2340 mm |
