1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 772 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2868 mm |
