1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan weights approximately 38 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 (294 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spirit | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
