1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 10 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 476 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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 (244 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Insight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
