1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1636 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
