2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
