1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2300 mm |
