1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Daytona | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Daytona | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2616 mm |