2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona 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 110 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. 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 1987 Dodge Daytona. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stealth | Daytona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
