1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 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 152 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Stealth | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stealth | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |