1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
