2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 34 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 421 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
