1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 810 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
