1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Spirit | 414i |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
