1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1990 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 3 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1990 Ford Scorpio 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 1990 Ford Scorpio. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1990 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
