1982 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 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, 1982 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
