2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Daytona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
