Segment:
Sporty compact coupe/hatchback
Target Audience:
Enthusiast drivers, performance-oriented buyers
Key Competitors Era:
Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, Honda Prelude, Toyota Celica, Pontiac Firebird
Design Philosophy:
Aerodynamic styling, front-wheel drive performance orientation
Performance Variants:
IROC trim denoted performance focus
Powertrain:
Engine, transmission, clutch, driveline, exhaust
Chassis:
Suspension (front and rear), steering, brakes (front and rear, ABS), wheels, tires
Electrical:
Battery, charging system, starting system, ignition system, lighting, instrumentation, power accessories, wiring diagrams
Body:
Body panels, doors, glass, interior trim, bumpers, frame
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, fluid checks and replacements, filter replacements
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnostics, fault code interpretation (OBD-I)
Repair:
Engine overhaul, transmission rebuild, brake system repair, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair
Adjustments:
Engine timing, clutch adjustment, brake adjustments
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of required special tools
Depth:
Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Detailed diagnostic flowcharts and component testing procedures
Digital Version Quality:
High-resolution scans, searchable text (if digital)
Print Quality:
High-quality paper, clear diagrams and text (for original publications)
Binding:
Perfect bound or spiral bound (common for aftermarket reprints)
Paper Type:
Durable, often coated paper to resist shop fluids
Engine Code Common:
2.5L Turbocharged (A588/A589) for IROC-R, 2.2L Turbocharged (G54B) for IROC
Engine Description 2.2L:
2.2L Inline-4, SOHC, Turbocharged, Multi-point Fuel Injection
Engine Description 2.5L:
2.5L Inline-4, DOHC, Turbocharged, Intercooled, Multi-point Fuel Injection
Horsepower 2.2L Turbo:
Approximately 147 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque 2.2L Turbo:
Approximately 180 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Horsepower 2.5L Turbo:
Approximately 175 hp @ 4800 rpm (IROC-R, may vary with intercooler)
Torque 2.5L Turbo:
Approximately 220 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm (IROC-R, may vary with intercooler)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (premium recommended for turbo models)
Turbocharger Details:
Garrett turbocharger with wastegate control (specific models)
Length:
Approximately 175.0 inches
Width:
Approximately 69.4 inches
Height:
Approximately 51.3 inches
Wheelbase:
Approximately 100.1 inches
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 2900-3200 lbs (depending on engine and options)
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
Not specifically rated for this era, generally performed average for the time
ABS:
Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available on some models
Airbags:
Driver-side airbag standard for these years
Seat Belts:
3-point front seat belts, 2-point rear seat belts
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM cassette stereo with optional CD player. Speaker configurations varied by trim.
Cruise Control:
Standard or optional depending on trim level.
Anti Lock Brakes:
Optional ABS system, providing enhanced braking control.
Early Electronics:
Features typical for the era including power windows, power locks, and an electronic ignition system.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000 miles or 3 months, or as per severe service schedule
Tune Up Interval:
Spark plugs, air filter typically checked/replaced every 15,000-30,000 miles
Timing Belt Interval:
For 2.2L/2.5L engines, typically 60,000-80,000 miles or 5 years. Critical to follow manual.
Engine Oil Type:
API SG or SH, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (check manual for exact viscosity based on temperature)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.5 quarts (with filter) for 2.2L/2.5L engines
Coolant Type:
Chrysler's Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (Ethylene Glycol based, typically green)
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Chrysler ATF+3 (or equivalent)
Transmission Fluid Manual:
Manual transmission fluid, SAE 75W-90 API GL-4 or GL-5 (check manual for specific)
Common Problems Turbo:
Turbocharger wear, intercooler leaks, boost leaks, cracked exhaust manifolds
Common Problems Electronics:
Failing electronic fuel pump relay, dashboard instrument cluster issues, power window regulators
Common Problems Suspension:
Worn control arm bushings, ball joints, strut mounts
Common Problems Body:
Rust in wheel wells, rocker panels, and subframes. Door seal deterioration.
Dodge Performance Legacy:
Dodge has a long history of performance vehicles, including muscle cars and sporty coupes.
Daytona Lineage:
The Daytona name has been used on performance Dodge models since the Charger Daytona in the late 1960s. This generation of Daytona was a modern front-wheel-drive sport coupe.
Production Period:
1984-1993 (Dodge Daytona)
Manufacturing Location:
Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA (Chrysler Jefferson North Assembly Plant)
