1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 182 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Daytona | Outback |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
