1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 247 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
