1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Allion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
