1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 5 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 257 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
