1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 16 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 549 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Spirit | Thesis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |