1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 325 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2970 mm |
