1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
