1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
