2008 Opel Vectra vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 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 Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
