1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 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 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 552 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |