1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 229 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Delta | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |