1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
