1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 248 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Spirit | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |