2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 31 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 41 L |
