1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 18 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Shadow | Sharan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |