2009 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 126 kg more than 1979 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 Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
