1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 78 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Daytona | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1404 mm |
