1992 Ford Orion vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 174 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 Ford Orion (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
