2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 599 kg more than 1973 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
