1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
