1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic 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 97 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 641 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 1976 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
