1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 385 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |