1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Stealth | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Stealth | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |