2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 746 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |