1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stealth | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
