1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 749 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
Model | Delta | GS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |