1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 10 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stealth | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
