1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1985 Ford Telstar

To start off, both 1985 Dodge Daytona and 1985 Ford Telstar were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 6 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Daytona 1985 Ford Telstar
Make Dodge Ford
Model Daytona Telstar
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2520 mm


 

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