1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 798 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Stealth | 204 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
