1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1985 Dodge Daytona and 1985 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
