2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
