1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 66 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Spirit | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
