1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 14 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 449 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | Pickup |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |