1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
