1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 41 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
