1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
