1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Stealth 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 155 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 2010 Mazda 6. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stealth | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2789 mm |
