1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 17 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 154 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1995 Lada Niva 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 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Delta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2210 mm |
