2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1665 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
