2005 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 (202 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 806 kg more than 1975 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 (250 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
