1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
