1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 74 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Daytona | Forte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
