1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 184 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Spirit | CR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |