1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 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 2007 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, 2007 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 (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
