2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 483 kg more than 1979 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
