1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
