1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade 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) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
