1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 666 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Spirit | 904 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
