1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1991 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit 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 137 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 221 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1991 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
