1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 34 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Delta | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2970 mm |
