1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1020 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 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
