1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 1983 Dodge Daytona and 1983 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 54 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Daytona | Camry |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |