1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 53 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |