2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1986 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger 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 220 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 680 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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 1986 Dodge Charger. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 1986 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stealth | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
