1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 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 181 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Stealth | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
