1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 22 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 217 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Brilliance |
| Model | Shadow | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
