2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 601 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
