2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 803 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2480 mm |
