1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 194 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 785 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Stealth | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stealth | Gol |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |