1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 16 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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 (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
