1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 71 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Spirit | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
