1997 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 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 Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
