2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 884 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
