2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1508 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
