2009 Ford Edge vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 211 kg more than 1974 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 Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
