1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 281 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
