1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
