1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
