1990 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
