2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 993 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
