1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 739 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.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth. 2012 Nissan Armada 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. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stealth | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3129 mm |
