1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Sprinter | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Cortina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |