1972 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
