1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
