1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1990 Dodge Spirit and 1990 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 480. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 316 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Spirit | 480 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |