1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 221 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Delta | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Delta | Econovan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2210 mm |