2006 Opel Zafira vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 653 kg more than 1980 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 Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
