2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,156 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1973 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4156 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
