1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
