1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 9 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 526 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Spirit | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |