1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1988 Nissan Cedric 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 1988 Nissan Cedric. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Daytona | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
