1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
