2002 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
