2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 790 kg more than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Sprinter | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2710 mm |
