1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
