1992 Ford Probe vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Ford Probe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 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 Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
