1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 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 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 131 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Delta | 924 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |