2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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) has 341 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 238 kg more than 1976 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
