1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Daytona | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |