1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 76 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 186 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
