1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 24 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 132 L |
