1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 234 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
