1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 39 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Spirit | Be Bop |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |