1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 1977 Volvo 343 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Volvo 343. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343. 1977 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 343 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
