1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 333 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stealth | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
