1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3949 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
