1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 459 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Focus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
