1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 18 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 514 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1987 Dodge Daytona has manual transmission. 1987 Dodge Daytona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Daytona | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Daytona | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |