1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 22 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 257 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Spirit | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
