2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 481 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine 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 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
