1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1972 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 F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |