1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
