1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 12 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 182 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 675 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. 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 2010 Renault Twingo. 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 2010 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stealth | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
