1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 31 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Spirit | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
