1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Delta | Rekord |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |