1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Spirit | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 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 | 1260 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |