1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
