1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 418 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Daytona | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Daytona | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |