2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
