2002 Opel Signum vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 30 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 914 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
