1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 536 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Lotus Exige 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 2001 Lotus Exige. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Spirit | Exige |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |