1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 178 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 526 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Stealth | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stealth | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |