1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 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 41 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2400 mm |
