2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
