1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Spirit | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
