1986 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
