1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 336 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
