2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona.
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 (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2510 mm |
