1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa 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 98 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 566 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
