2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2340 mm |