1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 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 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
