2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Ford RS 200 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 | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 116 L |
