2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
