2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 101 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Santana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
