1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 430 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
