1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 286 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Dodge | Italdesign |
| Model | Shadow | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
