2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
