1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 15 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 172 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Spirit | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
