1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 213 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
