1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 199 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 875 kg more than 1987 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 1987 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stealth | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |