1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 564 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. 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 (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Spirit | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
