1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Daytona | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2779 mm |
