1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 554 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.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
