1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stealth | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
