1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
