1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 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 84 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 376 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota MR2 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 1999 Toyota MR2. 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 (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
