1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 151 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Spirit | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |