1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 64 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
