1976 Opel Commodore vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 310 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
