1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 351 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
