1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 13 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 107 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Shadow | Solara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |