1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 296 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |