1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1407 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Daytona | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
