1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 15 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Delta | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |