1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 8 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Stealth | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stealth | NSX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |