2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2700 mm |
