1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 17 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 2009 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 13 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Versa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
