2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown 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 52 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 621 kg more than 1980 Toyota Crown. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
