2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1992 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1992 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
