1982 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 60 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Cortina weights approximately 154 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Cortina | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
