1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Spirit | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
