1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Stealth 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 35 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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 1999 Lotus M250. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Stealth | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Stealth | M250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
