1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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 212 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1985 Volkswagen Passat. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Stealth | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stealth | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |