1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 67 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Shadow | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 159 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
