1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Stealth | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Stealth | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2416 mm |
