1985 Ford Taurus vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Taurus (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 690 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, 1985 Ford Taurus (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Taurus | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
