1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 24 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. Both 1985 Dodge Daytona and 2009 Nissan Rogue are equipped with a 2,501 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 329 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Daytona | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
