1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 140 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spirit | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2651 mm |
