2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2780 mm |
