1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Daihatsu Delta | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |