1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 143 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Spirit | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |