1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 1995 Rover 416i is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 416i (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Rover 416i.
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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 416i. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 416i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Spirit | 416i |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
