1996 Ford Probe vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
