1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 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 212 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stealth | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
