1991 Dodge Stealth vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1991 Dodge Stealth is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Stealth | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stealth | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |