1991 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Stealth 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Dodge Stealth.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Stealth | Nitro |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |