1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.
Because 1979 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Capri |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
