1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 314 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Dodge Viper 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 1989 Dodge Viper. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Daytona | Viper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
