1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 394 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
