1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Scion tC
To start off, 2006 Scion tC 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Scion tC.
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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Scion tC | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Spirit | tC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
