2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda 1000 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 | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2270 mm |
