2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 286 kg more than 1984 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
