1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 647 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.
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, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Delta | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
