2005 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 520 kg more than 1970 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 Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
