1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
