2007 Audi TT vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 79 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1989 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
