1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | 2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
