1968 Ford 17 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1975 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, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
