How much horsepower does a 1993 Stealth V-6 have?
The 1993 Stealth with the standard V-6 produced about 161 horsepower. If you opted for the turbocharged VR-4 variant, power rose to roughly 320 horsepower. The figures reflect the two primary configurations offered that year and can vary slightly by market and emission specifications.
Powerplant options in the 1993 Stealth
The following sections explain the two V-6 options that were available for the 1993 Stealth, including their official horsepower figures and other key specs.
Naturally aspirated 3.0-liter V6 (6G72)
- Displacement and configuration: 3.0 L V6, DOHC, 24-valve
- Horsepower: 161 hp (approximately 120 kW)
- Torque: around 173 lb-ft (235 Nm)
- Redline: typically around 6,000 rpm
- Transmission options: 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
In everyday driving, the naturally aspirated engine offered modest performance by 1990s sports-car standards, prioritizing reliability and smooth operation over high-end power. This configuration is the baseline for most 1993 Stealth models sold in North America.
Turbocharged VR-4 version
- Displacement and configuration: 3.0 L V6, twin-turbocharged (VR-4)
- Horsepower: about 320 hp (approximately 239 kW)
- Torque: roughly 315 lb-ft (427 Nm)
- Drivetrain: all-wheel drive (AWD) platform common to the VR-4
- Transmission options: typically 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
The turbocharged VR-4 variant is the high-performance version of the Stealth, sharing its engine family with the Mitsubishi 3000GT. It paired turbocharging with all-wheel drive to deliver substantially more power and acceleration potential than the naturally aspirated model.
Summary
For the 1993 Stealth, the base V-6 delivered about 161 horsepower, while the turbocharged VR-4 variant delivered around 320 horsepower. The choice between these configurations defined the car’s performance envelope in that model year, with the NA version emphasizing everyday usability and the VR-4 offering a high-performance edge.
