1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 584 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Spirit |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |