2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2350 kg more than 1972 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
