2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 812 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Sprinter | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
