1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 8 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Daytona | 965 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
