2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 253 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Torino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
