2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | Sprinter | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2670 mm |
