1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
