2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 32 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 421 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
