2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 24 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 964 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
