1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
