1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 61 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
