1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 183 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 599 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 1989 Honda Accord. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stealth | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
