1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 188 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
