1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
