1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Daytona | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
