1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 86 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 118 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Spirit | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |