1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 17 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 68 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
