1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 186 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
