1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 469 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Spirit | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
