1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Daytona | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
