1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 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, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Delta | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |