1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 549 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Spirit | Korando |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
