1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 404 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Tundra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |