1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
