1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit 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) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 231 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spirit | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
