1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 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 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
