1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 461 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Dodge | Marcos |
Model | Spirit | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |