1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 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 103 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stealth | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
