1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Daytona | A |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
