1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1987 Dodge Daytona has manual transmission. 1987 Dodge Daytona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Daytona | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
