1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 826 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Spirit | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Spirit | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 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 | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |