2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 740 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 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2780 mm |
