1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Dodge Daytona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 335 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
