2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 4 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 924 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
