2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
