1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1996 Peugeot Touareg
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Touareg is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Peugeot Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Touareg 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, 1996 Peugeot Touareg (264 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm). This means 1996 Peugeot Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1996 Peugeot Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Spirit | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
