1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 786 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4089 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
