1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 264 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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Delta | Breeze |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |