1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1949 Toyota SA
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Toyota SA would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1949 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1949 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 118 kg more than 1949 Toyota SA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1989 Dodge Shadow | 1949 Toyota SA | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Shadow | SA |
Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |