1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1051 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spirit | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3645 mm |
