1986 Ford Orion vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
