1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L 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 23 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
