1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 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 38 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 250 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Daytona | 407 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
