1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Stealth and 1996 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stealth | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
