2009 Ford Flex vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 120 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Flex | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
