1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Ford Royale
To start off, 1996 Ford Royale is newer by 9 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 63 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Royale |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
