1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 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.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
