1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 18 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 376 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Delta | Today |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |