1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Malibu and 1998 Dodge Stealth were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
