1995 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
