1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 36 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Daytona | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
