2007 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,588 cc, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
