2001 Acura RSX vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 12 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, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 118 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Daytona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
