1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Spirit | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Cressida |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |