2003 Opel Signum vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 735 kg more than 1978 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 Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
