1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 25 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 479 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 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Spirit | EX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |