1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Delta | Volga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
