1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 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) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 626 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Spirit | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
