Dodge Spirit - Revision history

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	Using an old [[AMC]] nameplate, the '''[[Dodge]] Spirit''', along with the '''Plymouth Acclaim''' and the latest car (among numerous) to use the '''Chrysler LeBaron''' name, were all introduced in 1989 to replace the previous [[Dodge Aries\|Aries]], [[Plymouth Reliant\|Reliant]] and [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] respectively. They were built on the old K-car platform but were stretched 3 inches. These were more modern and comfortable than the outgoing K-cars they replaced, and offered options such as turbocharged and V6 engines that the previous offerings did not (except the previous LeBaron, which did offer a turbo option). The LeBaron was of course the more upscale of the three, whereas the Acclaim was offered as more of a value-for-the-money model, with the Spirit right in between. The Spirit and Acclaim would be offered through the 1994 model year (and 1995 as a fleet model only) to be replaced by the [[Dodge Stratus\|Stratus]] and [[Plymouth Breeze\|Breeze]]. The LeBaron would be offered through 1995 to be replaced by the [[Chrysler Cirrus\|Cirrus]]. This report covers the Spirit, Acclaim and LeBaron except where noted.		Using an old [[AMC]] nameplate, the '''[[Dodge]] Spirit''', along with the '''Plymouth Acclaim''' and the latest car (among numerous) to use the '''Chrysler LeBaron''' name, were all introduced in 1989 to replace the previous [[Dodge Aries\|Aries]], [[Plymouth Reliant\|Reliant]] and [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] respectively. They were built on the old K-car platform but were stretched 3 inches. These were more modern and comfortable than the outgoing K-cars they replaced, and offered options such as turbocharged and V6 engines that the previous offerings did not (except the previous LeBaron, which did offer a turbo option). The LeBaron was of course the more upscale of the three, whereas the Acclaim was offered as more of a value-for-the-money model, with the Spirit right in between. The Spirit and Acclaim would be offered through the 1994 model year and 1995 as a fleet model only (except the LeBaron) to be replaced by the [[Dodge Stratus\|Stratus]] and [[Plymouth Breeze\|Breeze]]. The LeBaron would be offered through 1995 to be replaced by the [[Chrysler Cirrus\|Cirrus]]. This report covers the Spirit, Acclaim and LeBaron except where noted.

	Here's a rundown from year to year:		Here's a rundown from year to year:

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	Using an old [[AMC]] nameplate, the '''[[Dodge]] Spirit''', along with the '''Plymouth Acclaim''' and the latest car (among numerous) to use the '''Chrysler LeBaron''' name, were all introduced in 1989 to replace the previous [[Dodge Aries\|Aries]], [[Plymouth Reliant\|Reliant]] and [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] respectively. They were built on the old K-car platform but were stretched 3 inches. These were more modern and comfortable than the outgoing K-cars they replaced, and offered options such as turbocharged and V6 engines that the previous offerings did not (except the previous LeBaron, which did offer a turbo option). The LeBaron was of course the more upscale of the three, whereas the Acclaim was offered as more of a value-for-the-money model, with the Spirit right in between. This report covers the Spirit, Acclaim and LeBaron except where noted.		Using an old [[AMC]] nameplate, the '''[[Dodge]] Spirit''', along with the '''Plymouth Acclaim''' and the latest car (among numerous) to use the '''Chrysler LeBaron''' name, were all introduced in 1989 to replace the previous [[Dodge Aries\|Aries]], [[Plymouth Reliant\|Reliant]] and [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] respectively. They were built on the old K-car platform but were stretched 3 inches. These were more modern and comfortable than the outgoing K-cars they replaced, and offered options such as turbocharged and V6 engines that the previous offerings did not (except the previous LeBaron, which did offer a turbo option). The LeBaron was of course the more upscale of the three, whereas the Acclaim was offered as more of a value-for-the-money model, with the Spirit right in between. The Spirit and Acclaim would be offered through the 1994 model year (and 1995 as a fleet model only) to be replaced by the [[Dodge Stratus\|Stratus]] and [[Plymouth Breeze\|Breeze]]. The LeBaron would be offered through 1995 to be replaced by the [[Chrysler Cirrus\|Cirrus]]. This report covers the Spirit, Acclaim and LeBaron except where noted.

	Here's a rundown from year to year:		Here's a rundown from year to year:

	==1989==		==1989-1995==

	The Spirit ~~was~~ offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on I4 engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.		The 1989 Spirit/Acclaim/LeBaron were offered in base, '''LE''' and '''ES''' trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on I4 engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day. Chrysler made no real changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in 1990 other than the usual new color choices, and a standard driver-side airbag.

	~~==1990==~~		1991 proved to be an interesting one for the Spirit. A new model was introduced, the '''R/T''', using a classic Dodge badge from years past. The R/T used a 224 hp DOHC turbo 2.2L I4 engine, had 205/60R15 tires, a mandatory 5-speed manual transmission, and was available only in red or white. ''Car and Driver'' magazine pitted a Spirit R/T against a [[Chevrolet Lumina]] Z34 and a [[Ford Taurus]] SHO in a comparison test, and the Spirit trounced them all in the 0-60 and 1/4 mile tests. Capable of 0-60 in a mere 5.8 seconds (still very respectable even by today's standards), ''Car and Driver'' claimed "unless you're piloting a [[Corvette]] ZR-1 or a cruise missile, you'd do well to lay low if a Spirit R/T rolls along side you at a stoplight". Only 1208 were sold this year. The R/T package was not available on the Acclaim or LeBaron. All other Spirit models and drivetrains remained the same as years previous.

	~~True to form, Chrysler made no real changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in its second year other than the usual new color choices, and a standard driver-side airbag.~~		In 1992, the blistering R/T continued for one more year, with a limited production of 191 cars, with silver added to the color option list. No changes were made to any of the other models. In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).

	~~==1991==~~

	This year proved to be an interesting one for the Spirit. A new model was introduced, the '''R/T''', using a classic Dodge badge from years past. The R/T used a 224 hp DOHC turbo 2.2L I4 engine, had 205/60R15 tires, a mandatory 5-speed manual transmission, and was available only in red or white. ''Car and Driver'' magazine pitted a Spirit R/T against a [[Chevrolet Lumina]] Z34 and a [[Ford Taurus]] SHO in a comparison test, ~~and~~ the Spirit trounced them all in the 0-60 and 1/4 mile tests. Capable of 0-60 in a mere 5.8 seconds (still very respectable even by today's standards), ''Car and Driver'' claimed "unless you're piloting a [[Corvette]] ZR-1 or a cruise missile, you'd do well to lay low if a Spirit R/T rolls along side you at a stoplight". Only 1208 were sold this year. The R/T packages were not available on the Acclaim or LeBaron. All other Spirit models and drivetrains remained the same as years previous.

	~~==1992==~~

	~~The~~ blistering R/T continued for one more year, with a limited production of 191 cars, with silver added to the color option list. No changes were made to any of the other models.

	In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).

	This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L I4 engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)		This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L I4 engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)

	Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 [[horsepower]] and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.		Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 [[horsepower]] and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline. This [[Chrysler]] sensor pioneered flex-fuel capability in cars in that era and for years following.

	This [[Chrysler]] sensor pioneered flex-fuel capability in cars in that era and for years following.

	~~==1993==~~

	~~The R/T was gone, and the Spirit got back to normal again. No changes were made to any of the previous drivetrain choices, but all cars received a new taillight design this year.~~

	~~==1994==~~

	There were no changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in what was to be their final model year. They were superceded by the [[Dodge Stratus]], [[Chrysler Cirrus]] in 1995 and the [[Plymouth Breeze]], which would not be introduced until 1996.

	~~==1995==~~

	The ~~LeBaron name~~ was ~~finally retired~~ for ~~good~~ this year, ~~and the~~ Spirit and Acclaim were ~~available~~ only as fleet models ~~this year (government~~, ~~rental, etc.) and were not sold~~ to the general public. ~~They~~ were ~~otherwise identical to~~ the ~~1994 models~~.		The wild-child Spirit R/T was gone for 1993, and the Spirit got back to normal again. Base, SE and LE models continued. No changes were made to any of the previous drivetrain choices, but all cars received a new taillight design this year that stretched all the way across the rear of the car. There were no changes in 1994 to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in what was to be their final model year. The Spirit and Acclaim were offered only as fleet models in 1995, but the LeBaron would still be offered to the general public that year. The Spirit and LeBaron were superceded by the [[Dodge Stratus]], [[Chrysler Cirrus]] that same year, but the Acclaim's replacement, the [[Plymouth Breeze]], would not be introduced until 1996.

	==Main Competitors==		==Main Competitors==

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	==1989==		==1989==

	The Spirit was offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on ~~all~~ engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6~~. A driver's side airbag was standard~~. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.		The Spirit was offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on I4 engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.

	==1990==		==1990==

	True to form, Chrysler made no real changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in its second year other than the usual new color choices.		True to form, Chrysler made no real changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in its second year other than the usual new color choices, and a standard driver-side airbag.

	==1991==		==1991==
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	==1992==		==1992==

	The blistering R/T continued for one more year, with silver added to the color option list~~. How many were sold this year is yet unknown, but it is believed to be much less than in 1991~~. No changes were made to any of the other models.		The blistering R/T continued for one more year, with a limited production of 191 cars, with silver added to the color option list. No changes were made to any of the other models.

	In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).		In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).

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	~~[http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/10/web/682000-682999/682348_30.jpg]~~==1989==		==1989==

	The Spirit was offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on all engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. A driver's side airbag was standard. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.		The Spirit was offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on all engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. A driver's side airbag was standard. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.

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1989

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	==1989==		[http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/10/web/682000-682999/682348_30.jpg]==1989==

	The Spirit was offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on all engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. A driver's side airbag was standard. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.		The Spirit was offered in base, LE and ES trim, with the 100 hp 2.5L I4 as the base engine. Optional were the 150 hp turbo 2.5L I4, or the [[Mitsubishi]]-built 141 hp 3.0L V6. Transmission choices were a 5-speed manual (available on all engines), a 3-speed automatic on the 4-cylinders and a 4-speed automatic on the V6. A driver's side airbag was standard. Virtually all car magazines and owners alike praised the Spirit for being a much better built and surefoooted car than the Aries ever was, and ended up as a solid contender to the [[Ford Tempo]] and [[Chevrolet Corsica]], and even compared favorably with the contemporary [[Nissan Stanza]]s and [[Toyota Corolla]]s of the day.

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1992

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	In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).		In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).

	This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L ~~4-cylinder~~ engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)		This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L I4 engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)

	Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 [[horsepower]] and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.		Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 [[horsepower]] and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.

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1992

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	The blistering R/T continued for one more year, with silver added to the color option list. How many were sold this year is yet unknown, but it is believed to be much less than in 1991. No changes were made to any of the other models.		The blistering R/T continued for one more year, with silver added to the color option list. How many were sold this year is yet unknown, but it is believed to be much less than in 1991. No changes were made to any of the other models.

	In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles (FFV) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).		In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles ([[FFV]]) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).

	This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L 4-cylinder engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)		This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L 4-cylinder engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)

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1992

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	This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L 4-cylinder engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)		This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L 4-cylinder engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)

	Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 horsepower and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.		Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 [[horsepower]] and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.

	This [[Chrysler]] sensor pioneered flex-fuel capability in cars in that era and for years following.		This [[Chrysler]] sensor pioneered flex-fuel capability in cars in that era and for years following.

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1992

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	The blistering R/T continued for one more year, with silver added to the color option list. How many were sold this year is yet unknown, but it is believed to be much less than in 1991. No changes were made to any of the other models.		The blistering R/T continued for one more year, with silver added to the color option list. How many were sold this year is yet unknown, but it is believed to be much less than in 1991. No changes were made to any of the other models.

	In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel ~~versions~~ of the Dodge Spirit and Plymouth Acclaim. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).		In 1992 through 1995, Chrysler offered flexible-fuel vehicles (FFV) of the Dodge Spirit and [[Plymouth Acclaim]]. Some Chrysler minivans were likewise offered flexible-fuel versions at that time. This was an answer to the Federal Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).

	This was the first production year that Dodge offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L 4-cylinder engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)		This was the first production year that [[Dodge]] offered “flexible-fuel” vehicles to the public. The 2.5L 4-cylinder engine was equipped with fuel sensors that automatically adjusted to the fuel in the system. These engines adapted to run on unleaded gasoline or a blend of gas and methanol. (M85 Fuel is a mixture of 85% methanol and 15% premium unleaded gas used to power flex-fuel vehicles.)

	Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 horsepower and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.		Using the "M85" blended fuel, the engine produced 106 horsepower and delivered 145 pound-feet of torque at 2400 rpm, compared to only 135 pound-feet using unleaded gasoline.

	This Chrysler sensor pioneered flex-fuel capability in cars in that era and for years following.		This [[Chrysler]] sensor pioneered flex-fuel capability in cars in that era and for years following.

	==1993==		==1993==

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1994

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	==1994==		==1994==

	~~A Flex Fuel Version (FFV) was made available this year on the 2.5L I4, sold mostly on fleet models but a few made their way to the general buying public.~~ There were no ~~other~~ changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in what was to be their final model year. They were superceded by the [[Dodge Stratus]], [[Chrysler Cirrus]] in 1995 and the [[Plymouth Breeze]], which would not be introduced until 1996.		There were no changes to the Spirit, Acclaim or LeBaron in what was to be their final model year. They were superceded by the [[Dodge Stratus]], [[Chrysler Cirrus]] in 1995 and the [[Plymouth Breeze]], which would not be introduced until 1996.

	==1995==		==1995==