1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 12 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 36 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1999 Kia Potentia 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 1999 Kia Potentia. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Daytona | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Daytona | Potentia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |