2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2515 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Excursion 1971 Toyota Sprinter
Make Ford Toyota
Model Excursion Sprinter
Year Released 2000 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7274 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 232 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 2700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 677 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 3270 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2340 mm