1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 10 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 86 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 149 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2000 Kia Potentia 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 2000 Kia Potentia. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Spirit | Potentia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |