2008 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 851 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Frontera | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |