1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 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 Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
