1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 17 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
