2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 585 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
