2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 720 kg more than 1973 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 Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
