2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2340 mm |
