2005 Acura EL vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | EL | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
