2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 36 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
