1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprinter | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
