2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2560 mm |