1998 Ford Contour vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 24 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), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 546 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
