1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4330 mm |
