1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 307 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Shadow | Croma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
