1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 904 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |