1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado 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 144 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stealth | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
