2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 101 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
