1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Dodge Stealth is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 648 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Stealth | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stealth | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
