1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2307 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
