1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 2,362 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
