1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 164 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 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Dodge Spirit 2010 Porsche 911
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Spirit 911
Year Released 1989 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2213 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 150 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1316 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1311 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2350 mm


 

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