1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1488 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Daytona | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
