1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 800 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Delta | Fury |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3060 mm |