1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 220 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 944 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stealth | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |