1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 18 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ascari |
| Model | Daytona | A10 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2636 mm |
