1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stealth | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3050 mm |
