1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 24 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, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 220 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Spirit | TSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
