1999 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 979 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
