1968 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
