2000 Ford Puma vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 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 Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
