1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 224 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.
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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
