1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 549 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Spirit | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |