1991 Dodge Stealth vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Dodge Stealth is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf 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 155 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (127 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 770 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Stealth | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
