2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 618 kg more than 1975 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 Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
