1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 220 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Daytona | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |