2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 795 kg more than 1971 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 Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
