2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 19 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Picasso | Daytona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
