1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 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 | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
