1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | Maxima |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |