1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
