1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3460 mm |
