1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |
