2005 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 742 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, 2005 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
