2005 Opel Signum vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 21 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
