1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 331 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
