1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
