1997 Ford Contour vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 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 Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
