1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 10 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera.
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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Almera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1112 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
