2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 496 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 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 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
