1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1990 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stealth | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4010 mm |
