1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 11 kg more than 1984 Dodge Daytona. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
