2003 Opel Astra vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 323 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
