1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate and 1987 Dodge Daytona were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Graduate | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
