2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 114 kg more than 1989 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
