1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 438 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Delta | Viper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
