2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
