1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry 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 37 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
