1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 2 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Daytona | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
