1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Spirit | 75 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |