1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 418 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Spirit | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
