2008 Ford Edge vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 132 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
