1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1339 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 127 L |
