1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 38 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
