1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1978 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 144 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
