1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
