1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 518 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
