1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Stealth 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 85 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 494 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Stealth | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stealth | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |