1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 161 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
