1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 789 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
