1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 168 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Spirit | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
