1997 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
