2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 780 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 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 | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 116 L |
