1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 559 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |