1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 444 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
