1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, both 1991 Dodge Spirit and 1991 Volvo 245 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
Because 1991 Volvo 245 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 1991 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | 245 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
