2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 818 kg more than 1976 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 Galaxy (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
