2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 32 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), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 213 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
