1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 990 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Tundra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |