1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 23 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 65 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 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Daytona | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
