2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort 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 58 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort 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 | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
