1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Lumina and 1997 Dodge Stealth were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Lumina | Stealth |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |