1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 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 13 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 3 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
