2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Captiva | Stealth |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |