1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
