2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 92 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 911 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 46 L |