1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 417 kg more than 1983 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 Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
