1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 775 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Delta | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2752 mm |
