1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 27 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 284 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander 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, 2005 Mahindra Commander 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Delta | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |
