1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 41 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Spirit | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |