1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 14 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
