2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 61 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
