1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 704 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Spirit | Defender |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
