1985 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
