1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 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 193 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stealth | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
