2009 Acura TL vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 122 kg more than 1993 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
