1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
