2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 506 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
