1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 534 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Torino |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2900 mm |
