1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 349 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
