2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 290 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1954 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sprinter | 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3110 mm |