1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 884 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
