1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 17 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Spirit | TT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
