1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 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 8 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
