2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 108 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
