1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 16 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, 1984 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
