2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2670 mm |
