1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 199 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
