2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 901 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2340 mm |
