1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1038 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Navara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3210 mm |
