1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 579 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Spirit | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
