1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
