1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 528 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
