1970 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 761 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2728 mm |
