1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 96 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
