1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 174 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Delta | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |