1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1908 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 3282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
