2004 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
