1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona 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 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 355 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2300 mm |
