1986 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 70 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
