1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Aerostar (133 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 669 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Aerostar | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
