2000 Opel Signum vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
