2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang 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 65 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2560 mm |
