1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 1993 Dodge Spirit and 1993 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 77 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit.

Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Dodge Spirit 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Spirit C
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1316 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2720 mm


 

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