2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2700 mm |
