1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Daytona | Cressida |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |