1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
