2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1994 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1994 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | YRV | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 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 | 965 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
