1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona 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 15 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Camry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
