1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 21 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 765 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.
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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
