1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 66 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Sidewinder | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
