1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 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 105 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 54 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Spirit | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |