1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 13 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 284 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Spirit | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
