2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 714 kg more than 1970 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 Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
