2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 156 kg more than 1983 Toyota Century. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
