1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
