1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 29 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Delta | Sky |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2420 mm |