2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 27 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2009 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |