1993 Audi S2 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1993 Audi S2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S2 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
