2006 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 552 kg more than 1974 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
