1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 21 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Spirit | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
