2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 65 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2510 mm |
