1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 507 kg more than 1979 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 Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
