1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Daytona | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2615 mm |
