1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Plymouth Sundance
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Sundance is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Sundance is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Sundance. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Sundance. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Sundance weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Sundance, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Plymouth Sundance | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Spider | Sundance |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |