1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 499 kg more than 1992 Dodge Stealth.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Stealth. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2881 mm |
