1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 151 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Spirit | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Celica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |