1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 5 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spirit | Gol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
