1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (81 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 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 Taunus (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
