2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1976 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 F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2340 mm |
