1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 540 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
