2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1979 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
