1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 522 kg more than 1992 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Stealth. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
