1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 262 kg more than 1999 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Stealth |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |