2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 869 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ikon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
