1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
