1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 16 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Spirit | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
