1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 51 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
