1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 305 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
