1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 740 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
