1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 139 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Spirit | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Spirit | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2624 mm |