1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
