1986 Dodge Daytona vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 563 kg more than 1986 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Daytona | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2210 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
