1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester 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.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Spirit | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 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 | 1254 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |