1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
