1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
