1988 Dodge Daytona Pacifica review from North America
"This car really IS a high performance, good gas mileage bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear brake caliper leaking, was darned near impossible to find.
Engine momentarily cuts out while driving -- I've never figured this one out, and shotgunning with coil and other ignition parts has not solved the problem (the engine otherwise runs like a charm).
Not a bad track record for 40K of driving, eh?
General comments?
This is a car that gets 37 mpg on the highway if you are careful to watch the vacuum gauge, yet it will scream when you hit the gas (the Pacifica is a turbo model).
It is THE most comfortable trip car I have ever owned - the driver's seat is just amazing in its adjustments. It is not a good car, however, for passengers - no headroom in the back, and it is very difficult to get in and out of the car, even for the driver. If you consider it a two seater sports car, however, it is a real pleasure to drive.
Oh -- and LOTS of cargo space with the back seats folded down.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2002 |