2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 711 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1983 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
