1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth 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 165 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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 2009 Honda Fit. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stealth | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
