1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 182 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
