1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Shadow | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
