1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 307 kg more than 1977 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Delta | Pantera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |