2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort 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 107 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort 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 | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
