1994 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
