1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 179 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Delta | Octavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3530 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |