2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1692 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
