1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta 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 17 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 271 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
