1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |