1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 469 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |
