1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. 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 177 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 825 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. 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 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Lotus Cortina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
