1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 126 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
