1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 410 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Daytona | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Daytona | Lancer |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |