1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 262 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Spirit | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
