2006 Opel Astra vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
