2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 65 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2700 mm |