1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
