2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 401 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
