1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 108 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Spirit | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Caldina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |