1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Delta | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Delta | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2980 mm |