1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
