1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 530 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 Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
