1983 Opel Monza vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 4 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 524 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
