1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 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 123 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 246 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Spirit | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
