2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 502 kg more than 1983 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 Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
