1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 23 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 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
