1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. 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 1999 Mazda 626. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Stealth | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Stealth | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |