2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 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 Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
