2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2010 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
