2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 668 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
