1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 23 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 543 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 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Daytona | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Daytona | M |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2901 mm |