1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Delta | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |