2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprinter | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2740 mm |
