1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1978 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 Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2868 mm |
