1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
