1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 52 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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 (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
