1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2003 Holden UTE 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 2003 Holden UTE. 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2003 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Spirit | UTE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
