1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 7 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Delta | Drover |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
