1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
