1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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 (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
