1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 27 kg more than 1982 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
