1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 14 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spirit | Bora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
