1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Viper. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stealth | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
