1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 317 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Daytona | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
