1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Spirit | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | Vanette |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2080 mm |