2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2340 mm |
