1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
