1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 26 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 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 296 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Life |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| 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 | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
