1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
