1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati 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 193 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 755 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | Parati |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
